Long-term results of treatment of traumatic coxofemoral joint dislocation in dogs: 64 cases (1973-1992)

Abstract

Concomitant injuries do not appear to justify a worse prognosis in dogs with traumatic coxofemoral joint dislocation, nor does a delay in treatment of > 3 days. Gait abnormalities and degenerative joint disease might develop in the long term. Proper body weight should be maintained regardless of treatment.